Fortnite is back in the US App Store after Epic CEO Tim Sweeney announces the relaunch following a court order against Apple's 27 percent fee on app transactions.
The conflict between Epic and Apple started in 2020 when Epic bypassed Apple's payment system. Epic secured a permanent injunction allowing awareness of non-App Store payment options.
Fortnite's return to the App Store was delayed due to Apple's policies. Companies like Spotify were quick to update their apps. The return of Fortnite is a symbolic victory.
The court orders resulting from Epic v. Apple could reshape Apple's business and app functionality on the iPhone if they survive Apple's appeal.